All of a sudden my machine is jumping during the washing cycle. The washer is stopping and when restarted it continues to jump and there is water remaining on the clothes. I have checked that the machine is leveled and have not had this problem before so I'm unsure what to do

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To bypass the switch, you only have to disconnect the power to the washer, tilt the console back, unplug the switch and using an short piece of insulated wire, jump the two outermost contacts on the connector coming from the console and plug the washer back in.

Following is a description of how to gain access to the console and how to remove the cabinet if necessary.

To bypass the switch, you only have to disconnect the power to the washer, tilt the console back, unplug the switch and using an short piece of insulated wire, jump the two outermost contacts on the connector coming from the console and plug the washer back in.

Following is a description of how to gain access to the console and how to remove the cabinet if necessary.

FYI: The lid must be closed for spin on older washer. It must be
closed for wash and spin on newer ones. The lid has a striker in it
that pushes against the lid switch arm. This switch allows for spin IF
the lid is closed. The switch may have failed. Mechanically the striker
may be broken or the actuator arm may be broken. The end that the
harness plugs into has 3 holes. As you can see above the lid switch has
3 wires. 2 live wires and one green ground. You can jump the washer out
using a horseshoe shaped wire or equivilent. Newer models have the
ground wire on one end. Not good! Look for that before attempting to
jump it out. At any rate their are 3 wires. One of them is always green
and always mounted to the frame. The other 2 are live. You can jump
them to magically make that puppy spin and pump. Not recommended to
leave it that way. For testing purposes only. Some repair pix with manuals.

Solution for Washer Kenmore 80series stopped on SPIN CYCLE and no Drainage or motor running.

** What was stopping it to drain was the defective limit switch which when the cover lid is closed starts the spin and the drain at the same time. I jumped the wires to get my close washed and I have to replace it for security. I had to unscrew the front control panel and remove the casing that wraps around the washer to have access for the limit switch wireing harness. I cut the two black wires and joined them with a wirenut so that I was able to continue my wash and draining the water leftt over.

Have you tried restarting the cycle? If so, does it stop at the same exact place in the rinse cycle?
If so, the issue is most likely the timer mechanism (cycle control) that needs replacing.
If it doesn't stop at the same place, it may be a flaky lid switch.

Usually it is overload or load unbalanced due to uneven load.You must stop the machine and re-distribute the load and or weight!

Here are some Whirlpool reasons for you.But if nothing helps you may have a mechanical problem to be serviced!

Try these ideas first!

Is the load balanced?A single or bulky item may cause imbalance. Add more itemsor redistribute the load.Washer makes noise or vibratesIs the washer level?The washer must be level. The four feet should be properlyinstalled, and the nuts should be tightened against thewasher cabinet.As water is drained from the washer, you may hear air beingpulled through the pump. This happens during the end ofdraining. It is normal. Are you washing items with metal snaps, buckles or zippers?You may hear metal items touching the washer drum. This isnormal. Is washer installed on a sturdy and solid floor?Refer to the “Installation Instructions” for flooringrequirements. Noise and vibration may be reduced by placinga piece of ¾" (19.1 mm) plywood underneath your washer.The plywood may extend underneath both washer and dryerto keep them at equal heights.Let me know If you have any questions and what happens!!!HuuumPlease remember to leave a rating!